Bachelor of Writing at University of California, Merced

The Writing at University of California, Merced is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Merced , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 16, 2027.

About Bachelor of Writing

The writing minor enhances students' understanding of the theoretical, creative, interdisciplinary and professional aspects of writing, and helps them develop the vocabulary, syntax, style and voice appropriate to the practice of composition in diverse fields.

By using the writing process to strengthen their ideas, students develop strategies for participating in research, policy-making, professional advancement and creative expression. Study of language is a central activity, including engaging rhetorical elements common to all writing as well as conventions particular to specific disciplines. Overall, this program fosters a writing culture, integrating knowledge creation with communication.

The minor in writing is open to – and appropriate for – students majoring in any field, and prepares those proceeding on to graduate work for the challenges of advanced academic writing, critical reading and effective speech.

By representing the student's intensive work in writing, the minor also signals to prospective employers the student's distinguished preparation for the demands of the professional workplace.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Writing at University of California, Merced

Entry Requirements

When filling out your coursework and marks/grades, refer to the Intermediate School Certificate (Shahadat Al Kafa’at Al Mutawassita) and the General Secondary Education Certificate (GSEC) (Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyyat) for accuracy.

Submitting official documents (after you are admitted to UC)

After you are accepted to UC, you must submit both of the following documents by July 1 to the UC campus where you plan to enroll:

An official Intermediate School Certificate (Shahadat Al Kafa’at Al Mutawassita) with courses listed and grades received for each course; and
An official General Secondary Education Certificate (GSEC) (Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyyat) with courses listed and grades received for each course, indicating completion of required high school courses with above average grades.

Both certificates must:

Indicate completion of the following subjects in an academic, non-vocational secondary program: history/economics, Arabic, foreign language (English), laboratory science, mathematics (including geometry and second year algebra at a minimum);
Include course title and grades received; a minimum average of 75 percent is needed for consideration with no grade lower than 60 percent.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Writing at University of California, Merced

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Writing at University of California, Merced

To apply, go to the University of California Application website during the priority filing periods for fall (October 1 through November 30) or Spring (July 1 through 31).
In the Campuses & Majors section of the application, select UC Merced.

Important Reminders:

You do not need to submit the SAT or ACT. UC Merced will not use them for admission or scholarship selection.
You are not required to submit transcripts to apply; however, it's a good idea to have a copy of your unofficial records to help you complete your application.

Bachelor of Writing at University of California, Merced

University of California, Merced

United States of America, Merced